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Thunder Bridge

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· Natural Bridge Station, Rockbridge, Virginia

100 acres hosted by Adam P.

4 lodging sites · 6 RV/tent sites · 11 tent sites

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Private sites

97% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Situated at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains and bordering the Jefferson National Forest, Thunder BRidge has scenic, large, private tent sites and cabins in the woods for those who want to experience camping at its finest. Many of the sites border Elk Creek. Our RV sites are large, flat and at the edge of the forest in a well kept open green space. Our 100 acres was originally a camp built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the "30s and early '40s, then a boys' juvenile detention center and Big Brothers'/Big Sisters' camp, which closed in 2009. The tent sites and cabins are in the forest, away from the buildings out front, but you're free to walk around and check out the historic site. We'd like to share the camp with others and see it come back to life. All within a short driving distance are the Natural Bridge, wineries, breweries, Natural Bridge Zoo, Safari Park, Dinosaur Kingdom, Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, James River, historic Lexington, Devil's Marbleyard, Glenwood Horse Trail, swimming holes, etc. We have river access 2 miles up the road if you'd like to fish or put your kayak or canoe in. Truly, there is something nearby for everyone. We'd be happy to give you recommendations of things to see and do. If you are a star gazer you won't be disappointed by our dark sky.

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363 ratings · 230 reviews

David B.recommends

June 13, 2024

Site 3 (aka Butterfly 1)

Thunder Bridge

Thunder bridge was great. If you stay near the pavilion you get wifi. Nice bath houses. Out houses everywhere. Very clean. Cool historic site. Adam is great and easy to work with. Replies very fast. Will definitely be back. Travel trailers fit in any spot!!

Neph E.recommends

June 11, 2024

Site 1 (aka Bunny 2)

We rode our motorcycle here for a weekend stay and ride the area scenic roads. The campground was clean and well maintained with a lot of history. Our host Adam was great and went out of his way to drop off fire wood. We'll definitely come back again!

Mark W.recommends

June 10, 2024

RV Site 1

Quiet Weekend on RV1

We had a vey nice time here. Easy check-in/arrival; great communication with Adam before and throughout the weekend. We knew he was there if we needed him (we didn't) but he respected our privacy. Perfect host....the entire property is well-maintained and very clean. All the RV sites are easy pull throughs along the tree line and the tent sites appear to be super private and well-spaced, tucked back in the trees. All in all we had a very relaxing weekend and will be back.

Izaviah S.recommends

June 9, 2024

Site 1 (aka Woodpecker 1)

Campsite

It was awesome to be able to camp and not worry about bringing a tent. Being a long the creek was sweet. Definitely recommend for people who love camping or a group of young people looking to get out in nature. Natural bridge had plenty of outdoor areas if that's what you are into.

Christopher S.recommends

June 9, 2024

Site 4 (aka Woodpecker 3)

Wonderful, shaded areas to camp. Accommodations were excellent. We would definitely stay here again.

Catherine K.recommends

June 9, 2024

Site 2 (aka Woodpecker 5)

Love how close to the creek it was. Just an FYI, it's a walk from the car to the cabin. It was a really nice stay. The host was helpful.

Location

Natural Bridge Station, Rockbridge, Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Monacan and Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Adam P.Joined in August 2019

Response rate: 100%

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